First tram route along Gr Noida e-way

NOIDA: Taking another step towards putting tram services in place and towards ensuring ‘last mile connectivity’, Rama Raman, the chairperson and CEO of Noida Authority, perused a presentation for the project on Monday.

Consultants for the project proposed three routes in the city. Shortlisting one route, Raman has asked for a feasibility plan and a detailed project report (DPR) to be prepared within the next 10 days.Raman also viewed the presentation of a draft Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP) for the twin cities of Noida and Greater Noida.

According to officials, the city’s first tram route is likely to be built from Mahamaya flyover to Sector 132, parallel to the Noida-Greater Noida expressway, and connecting these two places with Noida Metro stations in the area. The tram route will traverse sectors 94, 124, 125, 126, 128, 131 and 132. More info